Heritage World Coin Auctions
ANA Signature Sale 3048 11 August 2016
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Basel. City Medallic 2 Taler (c. 1710) AU58 PCGS, Basel mint, KM130, Dav-1742A (LS588), HMZ-298a, Divo-87. 7 Ships variety. On the cusp of Mint State with no immediately visible wear and fields that retain significant original silvery gleam. Light tone adds to an appearance that is already considered elite by many, the design featuring a detailed city view on both sides of the Rhine river and the reverse illustrating a winged dragon (basilisk) carrying the ornate arms of Basel at center with a surrounding accompaniment of eight other shields. Seldom rivaled as lovely as the present.From the Redwood Collection of Swiss Coins
Estimate: 1800-2400 USD
Basel. City Medallic 2 Taler (c. 1710) AU58 PCGS, Basel mint, KM130, Dav-1742A (LS588), HMZ-298a, Divo-87. 7 Ships variety. On the cusp of Mint State with no immediately visible wear and fields that retain significant original silvery gleam. Light tone adds to an appearance that is already considered elite by many, the design featuring a detailed city view on both sides of the Rhine river and the reverse illustrating a winged dragon (basilisk) carrying the ornate arms of Basel at center with a surrounding accompaniment of eight other shields. Seldom rivaled as lovely as the present.From the Redwood Collection of Swiss Coins
Estimate: 1800-2400 USD